Research from Türkiye reveals that fathers’ attitudes and participation significantly influence mothers’ breastfeeding practices, suggesting a need for more inclusive family support strategies to meet global health targets. A new study from Türkiye suggests that breastfeeding is shaped less by…
Chartwells has collaborated with Tesco and the British Nutrition Foundation to make healthy eating more appealing for children through a new playful campaign centred on a fruit and veg challenge, aiming to combat low fruit and vegetable consumption among school-aged…
Bedtime struggles are often misinterpreted as defiance, but experts say they reflect children’s emotional needs. Recognising these signals can help parents foster reassurance and routine for calmer nights. Bedtime resistance is often mistaken for defiance, but for many children it…
As the new sports season begins, experts warn of a surge in injuries among young athletes, emphasising the importance of proper training, recognition of subtle pain signals, and early intervention to safeguard children’s growth and wellbeing. As autumn sport gets…
A recent study uncovers the nuanced effects of parental social comparisons on Chinese teenagers, highlighting how upward and downward comparisons uniquely impact their relationships, authenticity, and school adjustment. Chinese adolescents who feel their parents are constantly comparing them with others…
A comprehensive Japanese cohort study reveals how immune-signalling proteins and placental DNA methylation patterns can predict the persistence or remission of food allergies in children, offering new insights into early diagnosis and personalised treatment. A Japanese birth-cohort study has taken…
New research highlights how infants’ ability to distinguish sounds becomes specialised by their first birthday, driven by interaction and environment, with lasting effects on language learning in adulthood. A baby in Tokyo, Nairobi or Oslo begins life with a remarkably…
As the new school year begins, health experts highlight how poorly fitted and overloaded backpacks can lead to short-term discomfort and potentially long-term back issues for children, urging parents to consider proper load management and backpack features. As the new…
A comprehensive meta-analysis highlights the potential of music-based interventions to alleviate test anxiety in students, emphasising the importance of session length and active engagement, though evidence quality remains variable. A new meta-analysis in Frontiers in Psychology suggests that music-based interventions…
A 25-year study of nearly 26,000 youth reveals that frequent intake of soda, sports drinks, and fruit juice in childhood significantly increases the risk of developing high blood pressure as adults, highlighting long-term health implications of early dietary habits. A…
